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Game time: December 9, 2023 at 7:30 PM ET

Venue: UBS Arena — Elmont, NY

Article updated Dec 8, 5:23 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Kings-Islanders matchup is sure to be a thrilling game as the teams face off in an important divisional bout. The Kings are looking to extend their winning streak to four

Game outlook

The Kings-Islanders matchup is sure to be a thrilling game as the teams face off in an important divisional bout. The Kings are looking to extend their winning streak to four games and move to the top of the Pacific Division, while the Islanders seek to create their own winning streak and jump to the top of the Metropolitan Division. Make sure to use NHL Predictions to pick the right winner.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Kings -145 | Islanders +126

Spread: Kings -1.5 (+174) | Islanders +1.5 (-205)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 59%.

Los Angeles Kings

The Los Angeles Kings have had an impressive season so far. The offense has been dominant, scoring an average of 3.86 goals per game, with 24 goals and 47 assists from Kevin Fiala, Anze Kopitar, and Adrian Kempe. Additionally, Trevor Moore, Quinton Byfield, and Phillip Danault have contributed 27 goals and 31 assists while Drew Doughty and Michael Anderson have added 8 goals and 15 assists from the point. The defense has been equally as impressive, allowing an average of 2.22 points per game while Drew Doughty and Michael Anderson have combined for 3.9 defensive point shares and 79 blocked shots and Matt Roy, Vladislav Gavrikov, and Jordan Spence providing solid depth. Goalkeeper Cam Talbot has had an exemplary season so far, with a .933 save percentage, 1.84 goals-against average, and 13.9 goals saved above average. Ranked #1 in the power rankings with a record of 16-4-3, Los Angeles is ranked 2nd in offense and 2nd in defense.

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New York Islanders Analysis

The Islanders have a strong offense, led by Mathew Barzal and Bo Horvat with 18 goals and 32 assists combined. Supporting them are Brock Nelson, Kyle Palmieri, and Pierre Engvall with 22 goals and 26 assists this season. On defense, Noah Dobson and Alexander Romanov have a combined 2.9 defensive stops. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin has a .911 save percentage and a 3.19 goals-against average on 585 shots. The New York Islanders have shown great offense this season, averaging 3.00 goals per game with 20 goals in their past four games. Led by Mathew Barzal, Bo Horvat, Brock Nelson, Kyle Palmieri and Pierre Engvall with a combined 60 points, the team has seen solid contributions from defensemen Noah Dobson and Ryan Pulock as well with 7 goals and 22 assists. However, the defense has struggled with a 3.20 goals allowed per game and 8 goals allowed in their last two games. Goaltender Ilya Sorokin has put up respectable numbers with a .911 save percentage, a 3.19 goals-against average and 4.5 goals saved above average. The team has a 15 power ranking and 11-7-7 overall record.

Kings remain Undefeated on the Road with Strong Forward and Defensive Play

The Kings have yet to lose a road game, averaging 3.87 goals per game. With Anze Kopitar, Kevin Fiala and the rest of the forward unit aggressively attacking the offensive zone, the Kings should score frequently. The team has also been strong on the defensive end, allowing 2.22 goals per game, due to the defensive presence of Drew Doughty and Michael Anderson, with Cam Talbot making big saves in net. Take them as road favorites on the money line and expect them to extend their winning streak to four games with a win.

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SportsJaw Kings vs Islanders archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Kings vs Islanders matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings-145 → -146Moved
  • Moneyline · New York Islanders+126 → +130Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Kings-1.5 (+174) → -1.5 (+170)Moved
  • Spread · New York Islanders+1.5 (-205) → +1.5 (-195)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Kings
3-5 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
New York Islanders
5-4 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-12-08T22:23:06.418Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

New York Islanders defeated Los Angeles Kings 3-2

New York Islanders defeated Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on December 9, 2023, a 1-goal decision in the series. New York Islanders' strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 2-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Kings -1.5 (+170) spread, New York Islanders covered, while the 5 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • BookieslayerMoneyline · New York Islanders +126Win
  • IroncladlocksMoneyline · New York Islanders +126Win
  • SimonsaysMoneyline · New York Islanders +126Win
  • MookiebetsMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -145Loss
  • GeorgewMoneyline · New York Islanders +133Win
  • Altuve27Total · Under 6 (-110)Win
  • Altuve27Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings -150Loss
  • DawhizTotal · Under 6 (-110)Win
  • BtMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -145Loss
  • CoolioMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -145Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 6 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -145Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6 (-110)Loss
  • CoversMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -145Loss